Teaching Artist

Teaching ArtistHours: Full-time, 35 hours/week Salary: $45,700.20Supervisory Responsibility: No Reports to: Education ManagerFLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptLocation: Portland area, periodic travel within MainePosition OverviewThe Teaching Artist has enthusiasm and skill in teaching writing, is committed to collaboration, and is flexible in their approach to working with individuals and teams. This position is an integral part of the program team and will work both collaboratively and individually to teach writing programs for young people with a wide range of backgrounds in grades 1-12, both in schools and at The Telling Room.Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeachingDevelop, revise, and prep curriculum relevant to programs, schools, and students; maintain high-quality programs and stay on themeLead teach or co-teach at least one residency per semester resulting in a chapbook publication; coordinate with families and school staff as needed; coordinate culmination readings/eventsLead afterschool programs as neededLead teach field trips as needed Lead teach 2-3 summer camps per year; coordinate with families as needed; coordinate culmination readings/eventsCollaborate with volunteers, interns, and contracted guest artists; provide feedback as needed to maintain high-quality programsParticipate in ongoing teaching artist trainings and professional development for teachersQualifications - RequiredExperience1 year of relevant experience in a related field, such as Arts Education, Writing1 year of experience working with youth in an educational settingComputer SkillsProficient in Google Suite and Microsoft WordKnowledge, skills, and abilitiesDemonstrated ability in practicing and teaching creative writingDemonstrated ability to manage long-term, complex projectsQualifications - PreferredExperience1 year of relevant experience that includes supervisory and administrative experience1 year of experience working with volunteers1 year of experience in publishing field, as an author, editor, or contest judge/readerKnowledge, skills, and abilitiesDemonstrated success in youth program managementDemonstrated understanding of best practices for youth developmentDemonstrated ability to plan and execute eventsExperience and familiarity with copy editing and proofreading, with knowledge of The Chicago Manual of StyleWorking ConditionsA Telling Room Teaching Artist will work in office and classroom environments. The mission of the organization takes them to non-standard workplaces including the outdoors/indoors for camps, residencies, and field trips.A Telling Room Teaching Artist will work a 35-hour workweek but may be required to work some evenings and weekends to monitor program activities or participate in organization-hosted events.A Telling Room Teaching Artist may schedule their 35-hour week in accordance with The Telling Room’s Flex-Time Policy.Access to car required and clean driving record as per employee handbookProof of full COVID-19 vaccination requiredMust be able to lift 25 poundsBenefits and CompensationThe salary for this position is $45,700.20To support our staff, we offer benefits that include health and dental insurance, a Simple IRA plan with 2% employer contribution, life insurance, generous paid vacation and holidays (including two week-long office closures), and sick time offMileage reimbursement at the federal rateHow to ApplyTo apply, please complete this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGV2k1dBjAIcuHzJT_Pj4ptvuA9WZItaYuMMXrsu0CFVGKOw/viewform In lieu of a cover letter, please answer the questions provided. You will be prompted to upload your resume and a list of three references at the end of the form. Please email writers@tellingroom.org with questions. No phone calls, please.Application Deadline: We will review applications submitted through May 15th, 2026 or until the position is filled.We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage everyone to apply, especially people of color and LGBTQ individuals, and people of all historically marginalized identities. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any category protected by local, state, or federal laws.